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Why in the news? Myanmar’s ethnic rebels, the Arakan Army, captured Thandwe Airport, marking a significant setback for the Myanmar junta. This is the first time resistance forces have seized an airport, impacting a key beach resort area. About Arakan Army (AA): Ethnic armed organisation in Rakhine State, Myanmar. Founding Date: 10 April 2009. Military …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Enforcement Directorate (ED) appealed to the Supreme Court against the Jharkhand High Court’s decision to grant bail to Chief Minister Hemant Soren. The bail is related to money laundering charges connected to a land scam. Source:scribd About Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002: Prevents money laundering and confiscates involved …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Customs Department’s restrictions on diamond imports are affecting India’s National Quantum Mission (NQM), a ₹6,000-crore initiative. NQM aims to advance India in quantum technologies, which require intricate experiments involving diamonds. Key Points: National Quantum Mission (NQM) Duration: 2023-2031 Objective: Seed, nurture, and scale up scientific and industrial R&D in Quantum …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Kerala reports fourth case of amoebic meningoencephalitis since May; 14-year-old boy from Payyoli currently receiving treatment. Health officials urge avoiding unclean water bodies and ensuring proper chlorination of swimming pools to prevent infection. source:cdc About Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM): Cause: Naegleria fowleri (brain-eating amoeba). Environment: Thrives in warm freshwater lakes, ponds, …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Issues Relating to Development and Management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health GS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science & Technology; Indigenization of Technology. Why in the News? The recent launch and promotion of the indigenous HPV vaccine Cervavac have sparked debates on its timing, pricing, and the necessity of universal vaccination …
Read MoreSYLLABUS: GS 2: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Focus: India called for amendments to the agreement last year due to its dissatisfaction with the dispute resolution process. Source: DICS Introduction to the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) Historical Background: The 1960 Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) is a significant …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 3 – Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India recently recognized a right to be “free from the adverse impacts of climate change” in the K. Ranjitsinh and Others vs Union of India case. This right is derived from the right to life …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Science and Technology- Developments and their Applications Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, and Computers. Why in the News? The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) is in the news due to concerns over its recent formation of governing and executive councils that lack adequate representation from universities and industry, raising doubts …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India Inc anticipates strong Q1 profits driven by sectors like automobiles, banking, metals, IT, and pharmaceuticals. FMCG companies expect stable or improved results, with variable performances across different product categories. source: investopedia About Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG): FMCG, or Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), are products sold quickly and affordably. They include …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Study finds high summer temperatures cause PM2.5 spikes in Delhi, Mumbai, Patna, Lucknow, Kolkata due to VOCs and Nitrogen Oxide reactions. 5 levels exceed National Ambient Air Quality Standards (60 ug/m3) during occasional temperature-induced spikes, posing health risks. source:epa About National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS): The NAAQS, set by the …
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